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Yahoo
20-03-2025
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NTSB report finds plane that crashed in Alaska, killing 10, was overweight
March 19 (UPI) -- A small passenger plane that crashed last month in Alaska, killing all 10 onboard, was nearly 1,000 pounds too heavy for the weather conditions, according to a preliminary report on the incident released Wednesday by the National Transportation Board. The Cessna 208B aircraft, operated by Bering Air, departed Unalakleet for Nome the afternoon of Feb. 6, with one pilot and nine passengers. The plane crashed as it was preparing to land. There were no survivors and the aircraft was destroyed. According to the report, at the time of takeoff, including fuel, baggage and cargo, the plane had a gross weight of about 9,865 pounds -- about 1,058 pounds over the maximum takeoff gross weight for flight into icing conditions. The gross takeoff weight was also about 803 pounds over the maximum gross takeoff weight for any flight with its system. "A senior NTSB aerospace engineer will conduct a detailed review of the airplane's performance as part of the investigation, including an evaluation of the airplane's center of gravity location," it said. According to the report, the estimated weight of the aircraft was based on a postaccident examination that found baggage and cargo weight about 798 pounds. An estimated 1,350 pounds of fuel was also onboard the plane at takeoff, it said. The airplane was expected to land in Nome at about 3:35 p.m. local time Feb. 6, but when it did not, a search-and-rescue crew was dispatched after authorities were notified of an overdue aircraft. The plane was located about 34 miles southeast of Nome, which is about 55 miles from the Russian border. It was found upright, its propeller, having separated from the engine, was located near the wreckage and its engine cowling dislocated and fragmented, the report said. "The fuselage exhibited upward crushing damage along the entire length. Both wings were damaged, with the left wing being partially separated from the fuselage," it said.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
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Alaska plane that crashed and killed 10 was too heavy for conditions, NTSB report says
A Cessna plane that crashed while flying to Nome, Alaska, last month, killing all 10 people on board, was hundreds of pounds too heavy for icing conditions, a National Transportation Safety Board report says. The Bering Air flight was traveling from Unalakleet to Nome on Feb. 6 when it crashed. Calculations after crash showed that the cargo gross takeoff weight at departure was 9,865 pounds — about 1,058 pounds heavier than the maximum for forecast icing conditions, the NTSB said in a preliminary report. Records show the aircraft was using a payload extender, and that weight made it 803 pounds over the limit for any flight operations with that system, the report said. 'A senior NTSB aerospace engineer will conduct a detailed review of the airplane's performance as part of the investigation, including an evaluation of the airplane's center of gravity location,' the report released Wednesday said. Bering Air did not immediately respond to a voicemail and email requesting comment. The Cessna 208B took off from Unalakleet, on the coast of Norton Sound in western Alaska, at 2:37 p.m. on Feb. 6, and it was headed towards Nome, which is about 140 miles away. It did not arrive, and searchers found the wreckage on a large floating icepack on Norton Sound, southeast of Nome, the next day, the NTSB report says. Federal Aviation Administration "automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast" data showed the last location of the plane at 3:20 p.m. about 32 miles southeast of the Nome airport, and 12 miles offshore of Norton Sound, the report says. The crash remains under investigation, and the preliminary report released Wednesday does not conclude a cause of the crash. The flight was described in the report as an air taxi and commuter. Nome and Unalakleet are not serviced by the state's highway system, leaving air and water or snowmobile and trails the main forms of transport between the two. This article was originally published on
NBC News
19-03-2025
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Alaska plane that crashed and killed 10 was too heavy for conditions, NTSB report says
A Cessna plane that crashed while flying to Nome, Alaska, last month, killing all 10 people on board, was hundreds of pounds too heavy for icing conditions, a National Transportation Safety Board report says. The Bering Air flight was traveling from Unalakleet to Nome on Feb. 6 when it crashed. Calculations after crash showed that the cargo gross takeoff weight at departure was 9,865 pounds — about 1,058 pounds heavier than the maximum for forecast icing conditions, the NTSB said in a preliminary report. Records show the aircraft was using a payload extender, and that weight made it 803 pounds over the limit for any flight operations with that system, the report said. 'A senior NTSB aerospace engineer will conduct a detailed review of the airplane's performance as part of the investigation, including an evaluation of the airplane's center of gravity location,' the report released Wednesday said. Bering Air did not immediately respond to a voicemail and email requesting comment. The Cessna 208B took off from Unalakleet, on the coast of Norton Sound in western Alaska, at 2:37 p.m. on Feb. 6, and it was headed towards Nome, which is about 140 miles away. It did not arrive, and searchers found the wreckage on a large floating icepack on Norton Sound, southeast of Nome, the next day, the NTSB report says. Federal Aviation Administration "automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast" data showed the last location of the plane at 3:20 p.m. about 32 miles southeast of the Nome airport, and 12 miles offshore of Norton Sound, the report says. The crash remains under investigation, and the preliminary report released Wednesday does not conclude a cause of the crash. The flight was described in the report as an air taxi and commuter. Nome and Unalakleet are not serviced by the state's highway system, leaving air and water or snowmobile and trails the main forms of transport between the two.
Yahoo
08-02-2025
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Here's what we know about the Bering Air crash in Alaska
A Bering Air flight that crashed with 10 people on board in Alaska has been found, authorities said. The US Coast Guard said there were no survivors. It is the third major air incident to have taken place in the US over the last 10 days. A small Bering Air plane that crashed with 10 people on board in Alaska has been located, authorities have said. The US Coast Guard said the aircraft was discovered around 34 miles southeast of Nome in western Alaska and that it believed there were no survivors. A helicopter crew spotted the Cessna 208B and lowered two swimmers to investigate, the Coast Guard said. The rescuers found three people in the forward part of the plane "showing no signs of life," it added. "The remaining seven people are believed to be inside the aircraft, which was inaccessible due to the condition of the plane," it said, adding that "the severity of the wreckage was beyond the possibility of survival." The plane was due to land in Nome from Unalakleet on Thursday when it was reported missing. The Coast Guard reported wind speeds of 29 to 35 mph and snow with two miles of visibility at the scene at the time of the crash. In a statement on its website, Bering Air offered its "sincerest condolences to everyone impacted." The airline added that it did not take the decision to resume flight operations "lightly" and that it was "deeply aware of the critical needs of the traveling public — whether for medical appointments, accessing life-saving medications, or other urgent travel needs." "We feel a deep responsibility to continue serving these needs, even as we cope with the profound impact of this tragedy," the airline said. The National Transportation Safety Board is now set to launch an investigation into the incident. In a post on X on Friday, US Transport Secretary Sean Duffy wrote: "Say a prayer tonight for the 10 souls who lost their lives on the Bering Air flight in Alaska." He added that the Federal Aviation Administration would also provide an investigator. It is the third major air incident to have taken place in the US over the last 10 days. In late January, an American Airlines flight and a US military helicopter collided in midair near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, killing 67 people. Days later, a medical transport jet crashed in Philadelphia shortly after takeoff, killing all six people on board and one person on the ground. Read the original article on Business Insider
Daily Tribune
08-02-2025
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- Daily Tribune
Three Plane Crashes in Less Than 24 Hours Raise Global Concerns
Three separate plane incidents have occurred within a 24-hour span across the globe, leading to multiple fatalities and raising concerns about aviation safety. The crashes took place in Alaska, Brazil, and the Philippines, each with devastating consequences. Alaska: Bering Air Flight Wreckage Discovered A Bering Air Cessna 208B, which went missing on Thursday, was located on sea ice approximately 34 miles southeast of Nome, Alaska. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, all ten people on board are believed to have perished. Three bodies were discovered inside the wreckage, while the remaining seven are presumed to be inside but remain inaccessible due to the condition of the aircraft. Search and rescue teams, using a USCG MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter, identified the wreckage and deployed rescue swimmers to assess the scene. The Alaska State Troopers are now responsible for recovering the bodies. Philippines: US Military-Contracted Aircraft Crashes A US military-contracted Beechcraft King Air 350 crashed in Maguindanao del Sur, Philippines, on February 6, killing all four people on board. The aircraft was on a routine intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance mission in support of U.S.-Philippine security cooperation when it went down in a rice field in Ampatuan. The plane, owned by the American defense contractor Metrea, was carrying a U.S. military service member and three defense contractors. Authorities confirmed that no civilians were injured, but a water buffalo on the ground was killed in the incident. Brazil: King Air Crash in São Paulo On February 7, tragedy struck in São Paulo, Brazil, when a King Air light aircraft crashed into a parked bus, igniting a fire. Two passengers aboard the aircraft lost their lives, while seven others—including the bus driver and a motorcyclist—suffered injuries. The aircraft had departed from Campo de Marte Airport en route to Porto Alegre when it attempted an emergency landing. Reports suggest that the plane lost control before crashing into the stationary public bus, leading to the fiery aftermath. Aviation Safety Concerns Rise The occurrence of three major air incidents within such a short time frame has raised serious concerns regarding aviation safety. Investigations are ongoing in all three cases to determine the causes of these crashes. Authorities are urging heightened vigilance to prevent further tragedies. As experts analyze these incidents, aviation safety agencies worldwide are expected to assess potential risks and implement necessary precautions to ensure passenger and crew safety.
